| Case ID |
ec101a17-b4ae-4e82-98cd-a8a7fd951b39 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Writ Petition No. 10272 of 1999 |
| Decision Date |
Jun 08, 1999 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Lahore High Court reviewed the petition filed by Sarfraz, a social worker, questioning the legality of a transfer order related to a civil servant. The petitioner claimed that the transfer was undone under ministerial influence despite numerous complaints against the civil servant. The court noted that the matter was purely administrative and raised concerns over the petitioner's standing to file the constitutional petition since he may not be an aggrieved person under Article 199 of the Constitution. The court advised the petitioner to make a representation to the Secretary of Health, who is directed to decide the matter in accordance with the law while considering relevant Supreme Court judgments. The petition was disposed of with these directions. |
| Summary |
In the case of Writ Petition No. 10272 of 1999, the Lahore High Court addressed a constitutional petition filed by Sarfraz, who claimed to be a social worker acting pro bono publico. The petition challenged the legality of a transfer order for a civil servant, alleging that the transfer was reversed due to undue influence from a government minister, despite many complaints against the civil servant. The court emphasized that such administrative matters are typically not subject to judicial review unless the petitioner has standing. It was noted that the petitioner could submit a representation to the Secretary of Health, who must address it according to the law while considering pertinent Supreme Court decisions. This case highlights issues of administrative authority, the influence of political figures in civil service transfers, and the legal standing required to challenge such decisions in court. It serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining transparency and accountability within public service operations. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
KARAMAT NAZIR BHANDARI, J
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| Lawyers |
Dr. Ehsan-iil-Haqt s Khan
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| Petitioners |
SARFRAZ
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| Respondents |
SECRETARY TO GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB, HEALTH DEPARTMENT, LAHORE and others
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| Citations |
2001 SLD 2037,
2001 PLC 1251
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan
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| Sections |
Art. 199
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